Morkha - Harrai, Chhindwara
Morkha is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Jilehari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Morkha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Morkha is 494085. The village covers a total geographical area of 748.66 hectares and falls under the 480221 pincode. Amarwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Morkha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Morkha
As per Census 2011, Morkha village has a total population of 985 people, consisting of 491 males and 494 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 857 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Morkha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 985 | 491 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 82 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 857 | 440 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 277 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 214 | 322 |
Nearby Villages of Morkha
Morkha is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bicchhua | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Surli | North-East | 2.16 km |
| Gadarwada | South | 3.31 km |
| Jungawani | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Bhumka | West | 3.62 km |
| Nachna | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Jillehari | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Hirri | South | 4.61 km |
| Surla | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Khapa | East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Morkha
Morkha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghatparsia Halt, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 103.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarwara to Morkha is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Morkha is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Morkha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Morkha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Morkha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Morkha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Morkha
Where is Morkha located?
Morkha village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Morkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Morkha is Jilehari.
What is the pincode of Morkha?
The pincode of Morkha is 480221.
What is the population of Morkha?
Morkha has a total population of 985, including 491 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Morkha?
There are 178 households in Morkha.
What is the literacy rate in Morkha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Morkha is 45.58%. Male literacy is 56.42% and female literacy is 34.82%.